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PO55 AEX

2005 Mercedes Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

44,476 mi
Last recorded44,476 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes Motorcaravan59,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 AEX
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorcaravan
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 44,476 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 42,810 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 4 May 2023 40,986 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 40,138 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 39,108 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 38,569 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 37,633 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 33,996 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 33,996 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 30,085 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 27,866 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 27,866 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 26,354 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 21,172 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 21,096 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 17,706 miles

both rea brake disc's deteriating

moderate lift nearside and offside lower ball joints

Pass 13 Dec 2010 16,268 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 15,637 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 15,454 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 12,198 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 12,198 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorcaravan?

Based on 1,763 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
2,147
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
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PO55 AEX is a 2005 Mercedes Motorcaravan in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 59,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motorcaravan fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO55 AEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PO55 AEX registered?

PO55 AEX is a 2005 Mercedes Motorcaravan, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is PO55 AEX safe to buy?

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